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Held every August by the Cape Breton Federation of Agriculture, it is possibly the largest tourist attraction in the town. The main attraction is the agricultural and cultural displays. The Exhibition also includes a circus midway and horse riding presentations such as barrel racing, skills competitions, draft horse competitions, the oxen pull, and the cattle (beef and dairy).
The museum houses exhibits, photographs, artifacts, original documents and the history of the people and politics that make up North Sydney. The museum also has specific areas devoted to communications, police and fire departments, a Dutch Heritage area and areas displaying the contribution of the town’s citizens to the First and Second World War. It has a 1919 LaFrance Fire Engine. The fire engine was used to fight fires in the town of North Sydney.